Bare Bulb Lighting—Love It or Hate It?
Is this illumination in its purest form or are these lamps glaringly underdressed? Exposed bulbs have our readers divided.
Is this illumination in its purest form or are these lamps glaringly underdressed? Exposed bulbs have our readers divided.
I like a quiet ceiling and nothing quieter than a simple, straightforward light fixture.
@njpounds via Instagram
Sure makes them easier to replace.
Elaine Greg via Facebook
Lights can act like the jewelry of a home.
@dianeloring via Instagram
Looks unfinished and tacky.
@steph7811 via Instagram
Hurts my eyes.
@guthriemt13 via Instagram
Ornate Edison bulbs at sub 2800K, yes. Anything else? Never.
@j.benz via Instagram
A nice half-mirrored bulb is way cheaper than a gilded light fixture and often looks just as good.
Jack Balderrama Morley, managing editor
Pure.
@jinumathew via Instagram
They’re so harsh.
@__haileyhope via Instagram
It gets me overwhelmed.
@carlcarreto via Instagram
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